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  • Ueli Steck’s New Vision: “Alpgliding”

    Ueli Steck’s New Vision: “Alpgliding”

    That’s right folks, you heard the word “alpgliding” here first. Seasoned speed mountaineer Ueli Steck continues to push the limits, this time tackling three iconic Alpine summits in one day with the help of a paraglider. This video showcases Ueli learning how to paraglide and once again, a fierce and grounded sense of adventure. Go Ueli, go!

  • Ueli Steck, Now Powered by Sun

    Ueli Steck, Now Powered by Sun

    goal zero logoGoal Zero, the leader in portable solar power solutions, welcomes professional speed climber, solo climber and record-setting alpinist Ueli Steck as its newest brand ambassador.

    With his incredible record of solo ascents and speed climbs and a career that spans almost 20 years, Steck is known for his passionate devotion to all things alpine. He lives beyond the means of any normal man, usually scaling the side of Everest. Since his lifestyle takes him thousands of feet above sea level, and any wall plug for that matter, Steck relies on his Goal Zero Solar Panels and Rechargers to keep his gear charged up and ready to go.

    “My Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit helps me stay connected with the world. As a pro climber, I have to keep people updated on where I am and what I’ll be doing next. With Goal Zero, I never have to worry about running out of power.”

    ueli steck khumbu valleyGoal Zero’s growing list of ambassadors ranges from slackliners to anglers, photographers to alpinists. The company searches for athletes and individuals with a passion for living life to its fullest with zero regrets, zero boundaries, and zero apathy. Steck embodies the Goal Zero way of life in every way possible

    “We are excited to bring such an accomplished athlete to the Goal Zero Team,” says James Atkin, the Director of Community Marketing at Goal Zero. “Ueli Steck’s lifestyle is exactly what Goal Zero is all about and being able to solar power his lifestyle is definitely an honor.”

    Follow all of Ueli Steck’s solar-powered adventures with his Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit on Goal Zero’s Facebook page, Facebook.com/GoalZero

  • Ueli Steck Speed Solos North Face of Grand Jorasses

    Ueli Steck Speed Solos North Face of Grand Jorasses

    The soundtrack title is “Human After All,” which is comical considering Ueli Steck is nowhere near human. We’ve showcased his speed solo ascent of the Eiger before, but this clip is equally as impressive. Watch Ueli Steck conquer the north face of the Grand Jorasses in Chamonix, France.